Appropriate Uses for Audio in E-Learning Let the learner select either audio or text, which is based on the learning style hypothesis, which is further based on the information acquisition theory of multimedia learning, which is also referred to as the redundancy principle. If all the modes are available the learner can then choose the modes to meet time, place, preference and need. (Clark & Mayer, 2008, pg 3). There might be special situations where it will be appropriate to use redundant on-screen text. When there is no pictorial presentation, or there is not ample time to process a pictorial presentation, the learner must exert much greater cognitive effort. (Clark & Mayer, 2008, pgs 4-5). In an article entitled Best Practices: Tips for Using graphics and Audio in Elearning Courses, the author referenced Clark & Mayer, who suggested the following:
Narrate complicated graphics instead of using text to explain the image.
When you add audio to your course, include a replay button.
Use a conversational tone and speak in first and second person to enhance learning, (Snodgrass, 2011).
Use audio to explain a process or flow chart.
Narration with key points called out is fine. Keep the bullets short and sharp.
Where appropriate, add audio snippets from subject matter experts to add authenticity, (Kineo, 2011).
Let the learner select either audio or text, which is based on the learning style hypothesis, which is further based on the information acquisition theory of multimedia learning, which is also referred to as the redundancy principle. If all the modes are available the learner can then choose the modes to meet time, place, preference and need. (Clark & Mayer, 2008, pg 3).
There might be special situations where it will be appropriate to use redundant on-screen text. When there is no pictorial presentation, or there is not ample time to process a pictorial presentation, the learner must exert much greater cognitive effort. (Clark & Mayer, 2008, pgs 4-5). In an article entitled Best Practices: Tips for Using graphics and Audio in Elearning Courses, the author referenced Clark & Mayer, who suggested the following: